TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$130,522,377
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,438,389,636
404,028
Markets across
30,214
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,681
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jul 12, 11:59 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks air travel demand during the week of July 6-12, 2026 by measuring the average daily number of passengers screened by the Transportation Security Administration at U.S. airports. The resolution is based on official TSA checkpoint screening data released for that week.
Each market within this event corresponds to a specific threshold for weekly average TSA airport screenings for the week ending July 12, 2026. Resolution occurs when the official TSA data is released, with each market resolving to Yes if the reported weekly average exceeds its designated threshold. Thresholds range incrementally from 1.8 million to 2.8 million daily screenings. The data source is the TSA's official weekly screening statistics. Trading concludes at 11:59 PM on July 12, 2026, and contract expiration occurs at the earlier of the first 9:00 AM following data release or one week after July 12, 2026. Each threshold operates independently—a higher actual screening average will resolve all markets at or below that level to Yes, while markets above the actual result resolve to No.
Prediction markets like this one aggregate real-money trader expectations, which often diverge from traditional analyst models. While economists and travel industry forecasters may rely on historical TSA data, airline booking trends, and seasonal patterns, this market prices in live trader conviction and risk appetite. Analysts typically publish point estimates or ranges for summer travel volumes; prediction markets instead reveal a probabilistic consensus through continuous price discovery. The current odds on this market reflect what traders collectively believe will occur, offering a dynamic alternative to static forecasts that may not account for breaking news, fuel prices, or last-minute travel behavior shifts.
This market resolves around Jul 13, 2026, after the week of July 6–12, 2026 concludes. The outcome is determined by verifying the average number of passengers screened by the TSA across those seven days against credible public sources. If the daily average exceeds 2 million, the "Yes" outcome wins; otherwise, "No" prevails. Once official data becomes available and is confirmed through reliable reporting, the market settles and payouts are distributed to holders of the winning shares. Traders should monitor TSA announcements and travel industry reports in the days following the event week for early indicators.
Several catalysts could shift odds significantly before Jul 13, 2026. Airline capacity announcements, fuel price swings, and economic data affecting consumer travel appetite will influence trader expectations. Major weather events or transportation disruptions during the week itself could suppress or boost screening volumes. Early TSA statements about staffing levels or airport congestion may also trigger repricing. Additionally, broader macroeconomic news—recession signals, employment reports, or holiday travel guidance from industry bodies—could alter how traders assess summer demand. Real-time TSA checkpoint wait times and daily screening counts released during the event week will likely drive the most dramatic price movements as traders update their forecasts with actual data.